501 Ways to Wear Levi's 501 Jeans

Some things getter better with age. Wine, cheese, and Kate Moss all come to mind. And Levi's — celebrating its 140th anniversary this year — should certainly be included on the list. When it comes to denim, there are few, if any, brands that can challenge its iconic status.

So, seeing as 140 years in the business is no small feat, the brand has taken this occasion to celebrate its place in history. Unlike luxury brands that are reserved for one-percenters, the beauty of a pair of Levi's is that they can be had by practically anyone, and each person can make them their own. The jeans are "defined by the people who wear them," as Levi's put it.

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As proof of the garment's ubiquity and versatility, the company launched Levis501.com earlier this year and asked loyal denim-heads to submit photos of how they wear the classic 501 style. The result of this digital crowd-sourcing — plus a few professional shots along the way — is the limited-edition photo book 501 Interpretations, which features 501 images that serve as an important reminder: It's not just what you wear that makes you stylish, it's how you wear it.

Oh, and as for a favorite photo from the book: We'd be hard-pressed to pick, but we can't help but think that our own fashion director, Nick Sullivan, above, certainly stands out.

Levi's 501 Interpretations ($55) is available at select Levi's stores now and will go on sale at the Levi's website this month.